This scenic town in Asia has many things you can do, to while away your time during a weekend getaway with your loved ones.
Snow Light Path Festival
If you are in town during the month of February, don’t miss out on the Otaru Snow Light Path Festival. The city is decorated with lights and tiny snow statues and the festival lasts for 10 whole days. You’d feel like you are inside an old Dickens novel, it’s a must-see.
Visit the Canal
Hotels in the Asia Pacific almost always is close to water bodies, and the Park Hotel Group is no different, with the hotel being within travelling distance to the Otaru Canal. This canal has a rich history and is a part of many monumental times in the past. Take a walk along the path during a quiet evening and sit in one of the restaurants overlooking the canal.
Nikka Whiskey Yoichi Distillery
Known for being one of the best whiskey makers in Japan, they have a distillery in Otaru, and also provide tours inside the building, taking you through the process of whiskey making.
Sakaimachi Street
The central merchant street in Otaru, you can get your shopping done here, and walk to this street for the daily essentials too.
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